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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

ADC’s free registration swamped with fake names, pictures, NINs

The African Democratic Congress has faced issues with its free online membership registration due to widespread submissions of fake identities and details.

Mar 2 • 15:44 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The question now is: Is Trump still willing to accept free elections?

The article discusses President Trump's readiness to issue an executive order granting him extraordinary powers concerning voting due to alleged Chinese interference.

Feb 27 • 12:23 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Mixed messages about public transport ticket fees indicate elections are coming

The plan to end free travel for children and pensioners on regional lines has sparked outrage and confusion, particularly as conflicting statements from the Prime Minister shift responsibility to officials.

Feb 26 • 15:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Rubio: Venezuela needs free elections and democracy

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizes the need for free and fair elections in Venezuela for the nation's prosperity during a Caribbean summit.

Feb 25 • 19:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Marco Rubio: Free elections should be held in Venezuela after the overthrow of Nicolas Maduro

Marco Rubio stated that free elections are necessary in Venezuela following the ousting of President Nicolas Maduro.

Feb 25 • 18:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Marco Rubio calls for free elections in Venezuela

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Venezuela will need free elections following the overthrow of its leader, Nicolás Maduro, although he did not provide a specific timeline for this change.

Feb 25 • 18:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Bavaria: For the Free Voters, It's About Identity

The Free Voters in Bavaria, represented by Hubert Aiwanger, are focusing on their identity as they navigate challenges from competing parties during local elections amidst adverse winter weather conditions.

Feb 23 • 10:53 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Bertille Bayart: "Public services, the truth of prices or the flight forward of costs"

The article critiques local election candidates in France who promise free public services, arguing that it reflects a deeper issue of accountability and funding.

Feb 17 • 17:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Analysis: Is the government putting immigrants to work for free? Here’s how to read political statements as the elections approach

Finnish Finance Minister Riikka Purra advocates for requiring immigrants to perform unpaid work to receive social benefits, drawing criticism for downplaying the value of cleaning jobs.

Feb 16 • 13:39 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexicans expect that the reform will guarantee free elections: EF survey

A survey reveals that 65% of Mexicans believe that the electoral reform proposed by President Sheinbaum will ensure free and fair elections, while 27% think it will concentrate power in the ruling party, Morena.

Feb 16 • 06:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Analysis: Trump is losing his battle against free elections

The article discusses Donald Trump's unfounded claims about election fraud, highlighting the constitutional barriers that prevent him from canceling elections.

Feb 14 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Interim President of Venezuela claims to be committed to conducting 'fair and free' elections in the country

The interim president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, stated her commitment to ensuring 'fair and free' elections in the country during an interview broadcast on NBC.

Feb 13 • 09:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Venezuela's leader promised to hold free elections

D. Rodriguez, who took over the presidency in Venezuela, committed to holding free elections while facing skepticism from opposition groups and the U.S.

Feb 13 • 07:12 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Venezuela's Acting Leader Promises Free and Fair Election

Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez is committed to holding a free and fair election, pending a political dialogue to decide the timing.

Feb 13 • 05:14 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Venezuela's president's lover supports free and fair elections – defends Maduro

Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodríguez insists on the commitment to hold free and fair elections in a recent NBC interview, while also defending Nicolás Maduro amid ongoing political turbulence.

Feb 13 • 04:37 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Venezuela's president promises free and fair elections

Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez assures that the country will carry out free and fair elections, contingent on political dialogue.

Feb 13 • 04:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Venezuelan interim leader says she is committed to free elections

Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez asserts her unwavering commitment to organizing free and fair elections in Venezuela amid ongoing political turmoil.

Feb 13 • 02:06 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Rodríguez: Decision to Hold Free Elections

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, asserts her commitment to holding free and fair elections as stipulated in the constitution during an NBC News interview.

Feb 13 • 00:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Interim leader of Venezuela commits to conducting 'free and fair' elections

Delcy Rodríguez, the interim leader of Venezuela, has pledged to ensure 'free and fair' elections in the country during a recent NBC interview.

Feb 13 • 00:26 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Counting starts in Bangladesh’s first free election in 17 years

The counting of votes has commenced in Bangladesh during its first free election in 17 years, marking a significant political moment for the country.

Feb 12 • 16:56 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Elections in Bangladesh: Women's Concerns Over the Rise of Islamists

Women in Dhaka protested for equality as Bangladesh prepared for its first free elections in 17 years amid fears of rising Islamist influence.

Feb 11 • 08:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Venezuela: Free Elections Are Not on the Regime's Agenda

Venezuela's government is advancing an amnesty law while simultaneously restricting political freedoms, signaling a lack of commitment to free elections.

Feb 10 • 14:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bangladesh Also Made a Trade Deal with the US; Trump Only Reduced Tariff by 1 Percent!

Bangladesh has reached a trade deal with the US ahead of its general elections, granting duty-free access to certain textiles.

Feb 10 • 11:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwara APC seeks open congresses, free contest

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Kwara State, Prince Sunday Fagbemi, advocates for transparent party congresses that allow all members to participate freely.

Feb 10 • 01:55 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A Republican Congressman Requested That ID for Voting Be Free for Those Who Don't Have It

A Republican congressman from Wisconsin has proposed making voter ID free for individuals without valid identification amid new efforts to tighten voting requirements in the U.S.

Feb 10 • 01:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Before the elections, the US reduced tariffs on Bangladeshi goods, duty-free entry for some garments

The US has reduced reciprocal tariffs on Bangladeshi goods to 19% as part of a new bilateral trade agreement and agreed to allow some Bangladeshi textile products duty-free entry.

Feb 10 • 00:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Preparation for bogus elections in Bangladesh, nothing will be 'free and fair' on February 12

Concerns grow over the legitimacy of the upcoming elections in Bangladesh, previously touted as the first fair elections in 15 years, due to the interim government's lack of constitutional legitimacy.

Feb 6 • 02:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Despite Trump's indifference, María Corina Machado says that 'in nine or ten months' there could be free elections in Venezuela

Opposition leader María Corina Machado claims Venezuela could hold democratic elections within nine or ten months, despite Donald Trump's rejection of her candidacy.

Feb 5 • 22:36 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

S presents new "wallet promise": It's the turn of ordinary people

The Social Democrats unveil a new "wallet promise" ahead of the elections, focusing on returning lost benefits to ordinary citizens, including increased child and study grants, lower drug prices, free dental care for youth, and stricter regulations on banks and food chains.

Feb 5 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police combats vote buying scheme in the Greater Belo Horizonte

The Federal Police executed two search and seizure warrants as part of an investigation into a vote-buying scheme in Vespasiano, a part of Greater Belo Horizonte, continuing the 'Operation Free Vote' targeting alleged electoral corruption practices during the 2024 municipal elections.

Feb 4 • 14:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Should lying in electoral campaigns become a criminal offense?

Wales' parliament is debating a proposed law that would treat intentional lying during electoral campaigns as a criminal offense, raising concerns over free speech and the potential burden on the judicial system.

Feb 4 • 12:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Bavaria: Rejected Voter Groups Fail Due to Rules and Deadlines

The local election committee of Bad Wiessee has unanimously decided that the 'Party-Free Wiesseer' cannot participate in the municipal election scheduled for March 8 due to inadequate submission of required documents.

Feb 3 • 14:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Democracy, the role of the United States: what to remember from María Corina Machado's speech

In a press conference, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado asserted that the remnants of what she calls a 'criminal regime' would be gradually dismantled, allowing for the possibility of free elections in a complex but inevitable process.

Jan 16 • 18:06 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Gantz's campaign indicates desperation, panic, and mainly irrelevance

Benny Gantz's campaign launches a call to free Israel from extremists, but broadcasts desperation and panic more than anything else, reflecting a confused strategy and political interests.

Jan 13 • 18:14 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Canteens, extracurricular activities, transportation: a bidding war over "free" in the Lyon municipal campaign

As the Lyon municipal election approaches, candidates are promising increased free services, including transportation and meal provisions for students, leading to a competitive campaign atmosphere.

Jan 10 • 06:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Election Campaign in Bavaria: How the AfD Boldly Steals from Franz Josef Strauß

The article discusses the controversial assertions made by the Free Voters in Bavaria during the state elections, claiming political heritage from the influential leader Franz Josef Strauß, which has angered the CSU.

Jan 8 • 12:15 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Sánchez intensifies tone against Trump and accuses him of setting a "very dangerous" precedent in Venezuela

Spanish President Sánchez criticizes Trump's military actions in Venezuela and calls for Spain to mediate in a transition leading to free elections.

Jan 6 • 19:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

María Corina Machado vows to return to Venezuela and rejects rule of Maduro’s deputy

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has pledged to return to Venezuela and dismisses the authority of the interim president supported by the US, expressing confidence in her movement's ability to win a free election after Nicolás Maduro's removal.

Jan 6 • 15:47 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Machado: 'I will return to Venezuela soon, I am ready for elections'

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado pledged to return to her country soon, praised Donald Trump for challenging Nicolás Maduro, and asserted that her movement is prepared to win free elections, despite Trump's current preference for working with interim president Delsy Rodríguez and other Maduro officials.

Jan 6 • 13:48 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sunday Question in Bavaria: Weakened Free Voters: Governing Coalition Slightly Loses Support

A recent poll indicates that if elections were held Sunday, the CSU and the Free Voters could still govern together, although the coalition's support has declined slightly.

Jan 5 • 16:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Ayuso applauds Trump's action if it leads to "free elections": "Years will be lacking in history to thank this operation"

Spanish politician Ayuso praises Trump's actions regarding Venezuela, suggesting their significance will be recognized in the future if they lead to free elections.

Jan 5 • 09:53 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The ABC correspondent in the White House: 'Washington wants free elections'

David Alandete, ABC's correspondent in the White House, discusses the desire for prompt and free elections in Washington where the entire opposition can participate.

Jan 4 • 19:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Confederation's gameplay with the firefighting front. "Braun dreams of banning"

In Poland's political scene, despite 2026 theoretically being free from electoral campaigns, the fight continues as the 2027 parliamentary elections loom over political decisions and actions.

Jan 2 • 07:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections: We Are So Free

The article discusses the unexpected rift between Otto Bußjäger and his rival Nikolaus Kraus, marking the final split of the Free Voters party in the Munich district, symbolized by a farewell gingerbread heart exchanged at a party meeting.

Jan 1 • 12:33 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Growing Rampage of Right-Wing Leaders Reflects the Government's Panic Before Free Elections

The behavior of right-wing leaders, particularly Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, reflects their desperation as elections approach and their continued controversial and violent rhetoric against the rule of law and democracy.

Dec 31 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Catalan Alliance surpasses a Junts in free fall in Barcelona, according to the municipal barometer

The Catalan right-wing independence party led by Silvia Orriols surpasses Junts in direct voting intention in Barcelona, according to the latest municipal barometer released on January 30.

Dec 30 • 16:40 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Before Works Council Elections: Verdi Chief Wants to Keep Companies Free from Right-Wing Ideology

Verdi Chief Frank Werneke aims to maintain a workforce largely free from right-wing tendencies, viewing the upcoming works council elections as a critical test.

Dec 28 • 10:41 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

Myanmar's military junta holds elections to perpetuate itself amid civil war: "They will not be free at all"

Despite a civil war following the 2021 coup, Myanmar's military junta is holding elections to extend its rule, though they are not expected to be free or fair.

Dec 26 • 20:26 UTC

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